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Wilson on Cyber Security Hearing

March 4, 2015

WASHINGTON- Rep. Joe Wilson (R-SC), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities, made the following comments about today's hearing on "Cyber Operations: Improving the Military Cyber Security Posture in an Uncertain Threat Environment."

"What we heard today from top Pentagon officials is that our country's cyber challenges are deepening and there are serious concerns that our policies and capabilities are not keeping pace. It is incumbent on this subcommittee and the entire House Armed Services Committee to take steps to help bridge this gap. I am also concerned that budget uncertainty is increasing our vulnerability in cyberspace.

"A constrained and unstable defense budget presents us with a whole host of tough decisions. Today's testimony makes it clear that one area where we must focus resources is cyber. Getting the right personnel in place, the right programs, and the right policies is not only essential to deterring attacks; it is critical to our overall national defense now and in the future."